Residential, Multi-Family, &

Commercial Air Sealing with

VERIFIED
RESULTS
LEAKY HOMES ARE
Inefficient, Uncomfortable & Unhealthy
Air-sealing is vital to an efficient, durable, healthy home, up to 98% of all water vapor movement in buildings — air
and arguably is more important than most other energy- sealing your home is essential. Leaky houses also allow
efficiency measures. Air leakage, or infiltration, occurs dust, allergens, pollutants and other airborne particulates
when outside air enters a house uncontrollably through to enter the home, leading to poor indoor air quality.
cracks, gaps, and openings. Homes with higher air leakage
Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your
are significantly less energy-efficient than well-sealed
home is a cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling
homes. They also require larger HVAC systems to keep the
costs, improve durability, increase overall comfort, and
home comfortable. These larger systems must run more
create a healthier indoor environment.
frequently to keep up with the temperature changes as the
outside air leaks into the house.

The airtightness issue goes beyond how well a building’s

Why does that matter?
HVAC system performs. Uncontrolled air leakage can also
Because air leakage...
provide a vehicle for unwanted moisture to enter a building
assembly, which can become the reason for a building to
fail, leading to costly building repairs. Because moisture is
1 Ihome,
s typically the largest driver of energy use in the
comprising 30% - 70% of energy wasted on
transferred predominantly by air currents — accounting for heating and cooling

2 Idrafts,
t is usually the biggest contributing factor for
hot/cold spots, and other comfort issues
in a home

3 Oproblems,
ften the largest contributor to moisture
especially mold and mildew

Typical Leaky Home with

Poor Air Barrier System
 Where Does Air Leakage Occur?
(Based on an Average American Home)

70%
40%
OF ALL C02
OF ENERGY USE
IS FOR HEATING
AND COOLING
EMISSIONS ARE
FROM BUILDINGS
SEALING THE ENVELOPE
Has Never Been Easier
Never fail another blower door test. GUARANTEED.

AeroBarrier, a new and innovative envelope sealing technology is transforming the way residential,
multifamily, and commercial builders seal the building envelope. AeroBarrier is an air sealing
technology that simultaneously measures and seals building envelope leaks allowing builders to
“dial in” the precise level of leakage and performance quickly and easily.

AeroBarrier is made for builders, because it makes it easy and economical for them to improve
the performance of their homes and meet codes more consistently and more importantly,
more cost-effectively than traditional envelope sealing methods. As more and more
states adopt stricter energy codes and consumers expect new homes to be comfortable
and energy-efficient, builders will be forced to reevaluate the way they build their
homes. AeroBarrier provides an easy, one-step solution to meet your needs now and
into the future.

AeroBarrier is also instrumental in single and multi-family projects targeting the

performance requirements of LEED, ZERH, Passive House, and the 2015 IECC or
better. These projects leave little room for error when it comes to sealing the building
envelope and AeroBarrier is the only solution that can guarantee any level of envelope
tightness, from 3 ACH50 all the way to the Passive House standard of 0.6 ACH50.

A Tightly-Sealed Home with AeroBarrier

Meet Any ENERGY
STAR®, LEED, Passive
House or Net Zero
Requirement Consistently
EXPERIENCE THE
Benefits of AeroBarrier
Measurable Results
As AeroBarrier is applied, the results are displayed in real time.
By incorporating a blower door, the AeroBarrier system is able
to dial in your desired leakage. It’s that easy and verified
upon completion.

Fast & Easy to Apply

From start to finish, the sealing process takes 60-90 minutes.
In new construction applications, prep and clean up time is
minimal – typically taking less than an hour. Once set up, the
AeroBarrier machine takes over and manages the sealing
process through completion.

Cost-Effective
No more caulking needed to weatherize a space pre-drywall.
Meet and verify air tightness requirements in real time, avoid
sealing guesswork, and save on time, material and labor.

Durable
Sealant achieves durability performance in 3 key areas: flexing,
aging and compatibility in tests simulating 50 years of service.

Safe
GreenGuard Gold certified with Ultra-low VOC content and no
off-gassing. Work can resume in the home within 30 minutes.
What The Industry Says

“AeroBarrier may be the most important innovation to hit the

building community in years. We were seeking a tighter building
envelope and AeroBarrier answered the call. The technology is
easily deployable in the field, delivers results immediately which is
invaluable, and works well in a fast paced production environment.
You may be able to overcome the inefficiencies of manual sealing
by repeating the process over and over, but it would require more
expensive labor hours and still no guarantee. AeroBarrier is fast
and you know the results before you are even finished.”

Geoff Ferrell – Chief Technology Officer

Mandalay Homes

“It was blowing people’s minds – mostly because monitoring

compartmentalization in a multi-family building under
construction is typically a very difficult, time consuming task.
The level of coordination and commitment you need to get from
all contractors on the job is as critical as it is nearly impossible
to achieve. With AeroBarrier, it’s simply not a problem.”

Chris Benedict, R.A

CBRA

“AeroBarrier could very well be the end game in our industry’s

search for a comprehensive, cost-effective way to control leaks
through building enclosures. Properly sealing a home or building
to precise levels can be time consuming, stressful to site staff
and expensive. With ever increasing expectations of homeowners
and changing building codes, homes will be expected to be more
air tight than ever. There isn’t a more important technology in our
industry today.”

Gord Cooke – Partner

Construction Instruction
HOW It Works
AeroBarrier is an interior applied air sealing system that seals
all building envelope leaks up to 1/2″. The waterborne acrylic
sealant is applied by pressuring a targeted building area, then
spraying the aerosolized sealant into the pressurized space.

The sealant is self-guided to the edges of visible and

invisible leaks creating a seal, not by packing the gap, but
by accumulating across the surface of leaks. The sealant is
applied within 60-90 minutes and dries before system clean BEFORE AFTER
up is complete allowing construction to resume shortly after
the process is complete with little to no impact on standard
construction schedules.

The system measures the envelope leakage in real time,

enabling the system to dial in specific requirements for air
leakage and guarantee the results.
4 STEPS to Advanced Envelope Air Sealing

STEP 1
1 STEP 2
2
Prep & Setup Pressurize & Apply
Prep the area by covering any openings that won’t be sealed. Using a blower door, the space is pressurized. After that, a
This includes taping or covering any designed openings or computer controls the entire process including controlling the
finished horizontal surfaces within the space. Emitters are then temperature, pressure, humidity, and distribution of sealant
set up throughout the area to be sealed. within the space during the process.

The equipment is then set up. This includes blower door,

emitters, hoses, and the AeroBarrier machine.

3 4
STEP 3 STEP 4
Seal & Monitor Clean Up
With the AeroBarrier process you see results in real time. After the sealing is complete, work can resume in the space
You have complete control over your desired level of air within 30 minutes. At that time, clean up of all equipment and
tightness and can achieve any level of tightness required. At removal of all tape and coverings can occur.
the end of the process, a final blower door test is run to verify
the sealing results. AeroBarrier then provides a Certificate of
Completion that shows pre and post seal leakage.
 Affordable Airtightness
In residential applications, reduced envelope leakage means
increased durability, reduced mechanical loads, improved
energy efficiency, and more economical renewable energy
options. More importantly, a tighter building envelope can
help increase the comfort of a home and improve the overall
indoor air quality within the home, leading to a better living

SINGLE FAMILY environment for the homeowner.

BUILDINGS

Code Compliance Made Easy

AeroBarrier is a perfect solution for compartmentalization
and multi-family applications. Not only will a tighter building
envelope help save energy, but it will also help stop moisture
drive and reduce stack effect in the entire building. It will
also help control sound and smell transfer, improve overall
occupant comfort, and help mitigate pest movement which

MULTI-FAMILY helps to enhance the environment in each unit.

BUILDINGS

Fastest Path to Energy Savings

AeroBarrier is not only for residential applications. Aerosol
sealing is proven to be extremely effective at sealing
commercial spaces too. In commercial projects, AeroBarrier
is able to reduce up to 80% of the building leakage and
more importantly, it is able to bring the buildings within the
USACE specification for envelope leakage. Using AeroBarrier
in new or retrofit commercial applications improves the

COMMERCIAL & sealing effectiveness, reduces labor costs, and improves the
consistency of installation.
MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS
Frequently Asked Questions
When can it be applied?
AeroBarrier can be applied at any time after the space can be
pressurized. Different construction methods and climate zones
will determine the proper time to apply AeroBarrier. Rough-in or
early stages of drywall is the most economical for application,
but it can be applied to completely finished spaces.
What size hole will AeroBarrier seal?
AeroBarrier seals holes as large as ½”, and as tiny as a human
hair. Aerosol sealing is extremely effective at sealing narrow
gaps and extremely small holes that are typically not cost-
effective or are missed during manual sealing.
What is the sealant made of?
The AeroBarrier X1 sealant is a waterborne acrylic. The sealant
is GreenGuard Gold certified and has been tested according
to various ASTM standards and NFPA 285, for fire spread,
smoke production, adhesion, antifungal properties, and tensile
strength. The sealant is ultra-low VOC and has no off-gassing.
Is it safe to breathe the sealant during application?
No. During application, if a technician must enter the space
while it is being sealed, they wear personal protective
equipment (PPE). After the sealing is complete, the area is safe
to enter without protective gear within 20 to 30 minutes.
How is leakage measured?
The AeroBarrier system uses a standard, single-point blower
door test to measure envelope leakage throughout the
process. The blower door is calibrated to meet ASTM Standard
E779, E1554, CGSB-149.10-M86, EN 13829, ATTMA Technical
Standard 1, NFPA 2001, RESNET and USACE.
How long does it take to apply AeroBarrier?
Application time depends on what the target ACH is for the
house. Typical applications take between 90 and 120 minutes.
How long after the sealing process can you work in
the house?
The space needs to be aired out for 30 minutes after sealing.
This is done by opening windows and running the fan. Work in
the space can continue as soon as the sealing equipment
is removed.
What surfaces need to be protected?
If AeroBarrier is applied at rough-in or right after drywall is
installed, there is very minimal preparation required. Vertical
surfaces like walls and windows do not need to be covered.
All designed openings, such as ducts, vents, electrical and
plumbing penetrations, need to be covered prior to sealing.
All finished horizontal surfaces need to be covered.
How much will this tighten the house?
AeroBarrier can meet whatever tightness requirements the
space is designed to handle. The AeroBarrier technology
provides real-time air tightness readings allowing air tightness
to be specified and achieved every time. AeroBarrier can seal
houses just tight enough to meet any IECC code requirement
or it can seal to levels below the Passive House standard of
0.6 ACH50.
Can the sealing be performed in cold weather?
Although the sealing equipment can heat the air as it seals,
there are practical limits to aerosol sealing when it comes
to weather conditions. Ideal outdoor temperature is 40˚F or
higher. Sealing can be done when the temperature is below
40˚F, but additional steps may be required.
Have More Questions?
EMAIL info@aerobarrier.net
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 CASE STUDY
Zero Energy Ready Homes

AeroBarrier Key to Success of New

Award-Winning, Zero Energy Ready Homes
Every home built by Arizona-based Mandalay Homes meets building
PROJECT OVERVIEW performance criteria that goes well beyond typical industry standards. All of
its homes are ENERGY STAR® certified, Indoor AirPLUS certified, and DOE Zero
PROJECT Energy Ready. Every home has a HERS rating of 50 or less. That means that
DOE Challenge Home every Mandalay home promises extraordinary energy efficiency, indoor air quality,
comfort, and durability. And to stay on the cutting edge of this kind of home
BUILDER
Mandalay Homes performance, Mandalay Homes is always testing and evaluating the very latest
innovations in building technologies.
LOCATION
Prescott, Arizona So when Mandalay’s chief technology officer first learned about a new innovation
in envelope sealing that promises a fast, affordable means to extremely tight
RESULTS building envelopes, he had to try it out for himself. He knows that a tight building
Pre-leakage: 3.1 ACH50
envelope is the foundation that makes every other feature of a high-performance
Post-Leakage: 0.4 ACH50
home work -- the tighter the envelope, the better the home performs.
Reduction: 86.4%
Mandalay first tested AeroBarrier on a new 2,200 sqft, 3-bedroom house being
Sealing Time: 2.5 hours
built in Prescott, Arizona. The house was first sealed using a traditional spray
foam sealing method, which after a full day of application, resulted in a tightness
level of 2.0 ACH50. AeroBarrier was then applied in a simple process that took
just a few hours to complete. The final results showed a post-AeroBarrier leakage
rate of just 0.64 ACH50 - well below even the tightest industry standard for
energy-efficient homes.

With the success of this initial project, Mandalay Homes now uses AeroBarrier
on each and every home they build. Before its use, an average Mandalay Home
boasted an envelope tightness of 1.5 ACH50. Now the average envelope
tightness of a house built by Mandalay Homes is 0.50 ACH50.

PROJECT OVERVIEW
PROJECT
153rd St Apartments
BUILDER
Synapse Development Group
ARCHITECT
Chris Benedict, R.A.
LOCATION
Upper West Side, Manhattan
RESULTS
Post-manual sealing, AeroBarrier
reduced unit leakage by an
additional 47%, providing overall
compartmentalization levels
well within calculated passive
house parameters.
CASE STUDY
Compartmentalization
AeroBarrier Allows Engineers to Easily
Attain Desired Tightness for Energy
Efficiency, Comfort, and Livability
For New York-based architect Chris Benedict, compartmentalization is the holy
grail of apartment building design. As a recognized pioneer in energy-efficient
building, she understands that effectively sealing the envelope that exists
between apartments is not only critical for maximum energy efficiency, but it’s
also key to ensuring high indoor air quality and limiting the migration of bugs,
smoke, noise and other common tenant discomforts that can travel from one
unit to another.
For this reason, Benedict was not happy to learn that her latest project, a newly
constructed 6-story apartment building on Manhattan’s upper west did not meet
the passive house-levels of compartmental tightness targeted by her design.
While the manual caulking applied by contractors got them close, it did not meet
the industry’s highest standard. Now with plumbing, electrical and sheet rock
installation finished, the building was nearing completion and further manual
sealing was deemed impractical.
Fortunately, Benedict had heard colleagues talk about an innovative new
envelope sealing technology developed at the University of California, Davis that
could be applied after construction was completed. AeroBarrier was not only
highly effective, she was told, but also the single-step computerized process
could be dialed in to reach specific desired results. After AeroBarrier proved
successful at sealing a test unit, contractors were given the thumbs up to seal
the remaining apartments within the building.
It took the AeroBarrier team just 8 days to compartmentally seal all 34 units to
well below levels of tightness required for passive house certification. Blower
door tests conducted after the application of the sealing technology confirmed
the results – AeroBarrier was a project-saving success.
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